Intel promotes production of $ 199 netbooks

Intel is partnering with Asustek Computer and Acer on plans to produce new netbooks that cost less than $ 199 for the Middle East, Latin America and Eastern Europe markets.

Meanwhile, with European, American and Chinese markets, Intel continues to promote the development of Cedar Trail-M's new microprocessor-based netbooks and incorporates new technologies such as display technology. Wireless WiDi (Wireless Display) from Intel allows to display movies or videos from a laptop screen to a TV without the usual cable connection or connect wireless audio (wireless audio) with a price between 299 - 599 USD depends on configuration and operating system.

$ 199 netbooks will be equipped with Intel's MeeGo operating system. The company is also focusing on developing applications and content on this operating system that are appropriate for regions.

Asustek, Acer and several other Chinese computer firms are prepared to launch new products running on Intel's platform for $ 199 in the first half of this year.